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1/counseling/ceus/course/strategies-for-treating-ptsd-part-1830Strategies for Treating PTSD Part 2This course dives more deeply into working with fight, flight, freeze, and collapse in PTSD with concrete, effective strategies. In Part 2 participants will gain competency in treating PTSD through video demonstrations and experiential learning.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingStrategies for Treating PTSD Part 2This course dives more deeply into working with fight, flight, freeze, and collapse in PTSD with concrete, effective strategies. In Part 2 participants will gain competency in treating PTSD through video demonstrations and experiential learning.1830OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1226420; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Counseling, Counseling Theories; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course dives more deeply into working with fight, flight, freeze, and collapse in PTSD with concrete, effective strategies. In Part 2 participants will gain competency in treating PTSD through video demonstrations and experiential learning.
2/counseling/ceus/course/suicide-prevention-for-health-professionals-2008Suicide Prevention for Health Professionals: Screening, Referrals, and Veterans IssuesThis course is designed for health professionals to deepen their understanding of suicide screening and referrals, with a specific focus on the veteran population. Participants will learn to identify and describe essential suicide screening and assessment tools to aid in early identification and intervention. The course will also cover critical risk factors, warning signs, and effective prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Additionally, key considerations for making informed and effective suicide referrals as part of a comprehensive suicide prevention program will be explored. Through this training, health professionals will be equipped with practical knowledge and strategies to support individuals at risk and make meaningful impacts in suicide prevention efforts.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingSuicide Prevention for Health Professionals: Screening, Referrals, and Veterans IssuesThis course is designed for health professionals to deepen their understanding of suicide screening and referrals, with a specific focus on the veteran population. Participants will learn to identify and describe essential suicide screening and assessment tools to aid in early identification and intervention. The course will also cover critical risk factors, warning signs, and effective prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Additionally, key considerations for making informed and effective suicide referrals as part of a comprehensive suicide prevention program will be explored. Through this training, health professionals will be equipped with practical knowledge and strategies to support individuals at risk and make meaningful impacts in suicide prevention efforts.2008OnlinePT120M
ASWB ACE/2.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Veterans, Suicide Prevention, Counseling Techniques, CE Broker #20-1280488; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IA (IBC)/2.0 Special Populations, Counseling, Counseling Theories; IACET/0.2; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/2.0; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services, Case Management, Discharge And Continuing Care; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
This course is designed for health professionals to deepen their understanding of suicide screening and referrals, with a specific focus on the veteran population. Participants will learn to identify and describe essential suicide screening and assessment tools to aid in early identification and intervention. The course will also cover critical risk factors, warning signs, and effective prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Additionally, key considerations for making informed and effective suicide referrals as part of a comprehensive suicide prevention program will be explored. Through this training, health professionals will be equipped with practical knowledge and strategies to support individuals at risk and make meaningful impacts in suicide prevention efforts.
3/counseling/ceus/course/power-poetry-to-enhance-therapeutic-2025The Power of Poetry to Enhance Therapeutic Efficacy: Creating and Conveying Meaning Through the Magic of Rhyming WordsWords have the power to improve the quality of life of those we work with and rhyming lines are particularly impactful. Discover the history and mystery of rhyme as a therapeutic tool and how sharing and creating poetry builds the therapeutic alliance and conveys understanding in long-lasting ways. This course will culminate with audience input to create a group poem for a sample of how rhymes produce meaningful messages and build cohesion and collaboration in the doing.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingThe Power of Poetry to Enhance Therapeutic Efficacy: Creating and Conveying Meaning Through the Magic of Rhyming WordsWords have the power to improve the quality of life of those we work with and rhyming lines are particularly impactful. Discover the history and mystery of rhyme as a therapeutic tool and how sharing and creating poetry builds the therapeutic alliance and conveys understanding in long-lasting ways. This course will culminate with audience input to create a group poem for a sample of how rhymes produce meaningful messages and build cohesion and collaboration in the doing.2025OnlinePT120M
ASWB ACE/2.0 General; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1270215; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IACET/0.2; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/2.0; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/2.0 P3, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
Words have the power to improve the quality of life of those we work with and rhyming lines are particularly impactful. Discover the history and mystery of rhyme as a therapeutic tool and how sharing and creating poetry builds the therapeutic alliance and conveys understanding in long-lasting ways. This course will culminate with audience input to create a group poem for a sample of how rhymes produce meaningful messages and build cohesion and collaboration in the doing.
4/counseling/ceus/course/when-identities-in-conflict-clinical-1829When Identities Are In Conflict: Clinical Practice and Ethical Considerations With LGBT Religious ClientsSexual-religious conflict, characterized by perceived incompatibility between one’s religion and one’s sexuality, can be accompanied by intense cognitive dissonance, shame, and mental health problems. This course explores the intersections of religion and sexual diversity, with an emphasis on guiding clinicians in helping clients work through common presenting problems in therapy. Ethical considerations are discussed.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingWhen Identities Are In Conflict: Clinical Practice and Ethical Considerations With LGBT Religious ClientsSexual-religious conflict, characterized by perceived incompatibility between one’s religion and one’s sexuality, can be accompanied by intense cognitive dissonance, shame, and mental health problems. This course explores the intersections of religion and sexual diversity, with an emphasis on guiding clinicians in helping clients work through common presenting problems in therapy. Ethical considerations are discussed.1829OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Ethics; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Ethics, Cultural Diversity, CE Broker #20-1226418; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Special Populations; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor II, Preventionist II, CARS II, CODP II, PCGC I, CCJP II, CAAP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services, Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Sexual-religious conflict, characterized by perceived incompatibility between one’s religion and one’s sexuality, can be accompanied by intense cognitive dissonance, shame, and mental health problems. This course explores the intersections of religion and sexual diversity, with an emphasis on guiding clinicians in helping clients work through common presenting problems in therapy. Ethical considerations are discussed.
5/counseling/ceus/course/ethical-boundaries-in-rural-practice-2038Ethical Boundaries in Rural Practice and Tight-Knit CommunitiesThis course provides practical strategies for managing dual relationships ethically, especially in rural or small communities where prior or current client relationships are likely to arise.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingEthical Boundaries in Rural Practice and Tight-Knit CommunitiesThis course provides practical strategies for managing dual relationships ethically, especially in rural or small communities where prior or current client relationships are likely to arise.2038OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Ethics; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Ethics, CE Broker #20-1267698; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NASW/1.0 Self-Study, Ethics; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 PE, C9; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course provides practical strategies for managing dual relationships ethically, especially in rural or small communities where prior or current client relationships are likely to arise.
6/counseling/ceus/course/trauma-suicide-risk-in-veteran-1978Trauma & Suicide Risk in Veteran PopulationsThis course provides an overview of the well-being of Veterans in America, including physical and mental health. The role of trauma is discussed in relation to mental health outcomes such as suicide and increased risk of adverse social determinants of health. Aspects of trauma-informed care that address the unique needs of the Veteran population are presented as they relate to individual and societal-level interventions.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingTrauma & Suicide Risk in Veteran PopulationsThis course provides an overview of the well-being of Veterans in America, including physical and mental health. The role of trauma is discussed in relation to mental health outcomes such as suicide and increased risk of adverse social determinants of health. Aspects of trauma-informed care that address the unique needs of the Veteran population are presented as they relate to individual and societal-level interventions.1978OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Suicide Prevention, CE Broker #20-1231504; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Special Populations; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor II, Preventionist II, CARS II, CODP I, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS I, CVSS II; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course provides an overview of the well-being of Veterans in America, including physical and mental health. The role of trauma is discussed in relation to mental health outcomes such as suicide and increased risk of adverse social determinants of health. Aspects of trauma-informed care that address the unique needs of the Veteran population are presented as they relate to individual and societal-level interventions.
7/counseling/ceus/course/special-considerations-when-working-with-1828Special Considerations When Working with LGBTQ+ Identified PeopleThis course will provide a brief overview of major and unique topics to consider when working with LGBTQ+ People. A cursory overview of major themes will be detailed, including opportunities for assessment and treatment planning.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingSpecial Considerations When Working with LGBTQ+ Identified PeopleThis course will provide a brief overview of major and unique topics to consider when working with LGBTQ+ People. A cursory overview of major themes will be detailed, including opportunities for assessment and treatment planning.1828OnlinePT60M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Cultural Diversity, Counseling Techniques, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1234152; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Special Populations; IACET/0.1; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
This course will provide a brief overview of major and unique topics to consider when working with LGBTQ+ People. A cursory overview of major themes will be detailed, including opportunities for assessment and treatment planning.
8/counseling/ceus/course/emotional-regulation-and-role-rumination-2022Emotional Regulation and the Role of Rumination in Major Depressive Disorders and Generalized AnxietyThis course focuses on emotional regulation, specifically within major depressive disorders and generalized anxiety, with a focus on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for managing emotions effectively. The session will also address the detrimental impact of rumination on exacerbating symptoms of these disorders and discuss how this knowledge informs treatment approaches.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingEmotional Regulation and the Role of Rumination in Major Depressive Disorders and Generalized AnxietyThis course focuses on emotional regulation, specifically within major depressive disorders and generalized anxiety, with a focus on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for managing emotions effectively. The session will also address the detrimental impact of rumination on exacerbating symptoms of these disorders and discuss how this knowledge informs treatment approaches.2022OnlinePT120M
CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Counseling Theories, Counseling Techniques, Knowledge Of Psychiatric Factors, Counseling, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Mental Health Disorders, CE Broker #20-1266161; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IACET/0.2; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/2.0; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/2.0 C4, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
This course focuses on emotional regulation, specifically within major depressive disorders and generalized anxiety, with a focus on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for managing emotions effectively. The session will also address the detrimental impact of rumination on exacerbating symptoms of these disorders and discuss how this knowledge informs treatment approaches.
9/counseling/ceus/course/exploring-healthy-and-concerning-sexual-1995Exploring Healthy and Concerning Sexual Behaviors in ChildrenThis course addresses the evaluation of sexual behaviors in children under twelve, distinguishing between healthy and problematic behaviors. Participants will learn treatment strategies, safety planning, and effective collaboration with parents/caregivers through case-based discussions.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingExploring Healthy and Concerning Sexual Behaviors in ChildrenThis course addresses the evaluation of sexual behaviors in children under twelve, distinguishing between healthy and problematic behaviors. Participants will learn treatment strategies, safety planning, and effective collaboration with parents/caregivers through case-based discussions.1995OnlinePT120M
ASWB ACE/2.0 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/2.0; CA (CADTP)/2.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/2.0; CE Broker/2.0 Human Growth And Development, Knowledge Of Human Growth And Development, CE Broker #20-1266115; CE Hours/2.0; CT (CCB)/2.0; GA (ADACBGA)/2.0; IACET/0.2; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/2.0; MO (MCB)/2.0; NAADAC/2.0 Clinical Intake And Screening, Clinical Assessment, Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/2.0; NY-Contact Hours/2.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/2.0 TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/2.0; OK (OBLADC)/2.0
This course addresses the evaluation of sexual behaviors in children under twelve, distinguishing between healthy and problematic behaviors. Participants will learn treatment strategies, safety planning, and effective collaboration with parents/caregivers through case-based discussions.
10/counseling/ceus/course/principles-and-practices-in-culturally-1992Principles and Practices in Culturally Competent SupervisionResponsiveness to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues is especially important when working with students and clients who hold marginalized identities. Culturally competent clinical supervision encompasses awareness of systemic oppression in healthcare, attention to supervisor-supervisee dynamics through the lenses of power and privilege, and a critical analysis of the significance of race and culture in mental health practice. This course describes frameworks for multicultural supervision and provides supervisors with tools for maximizing cultural responsiveness.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingPrinciples and Practices in Culturally Competent SupervisionResponsiveness to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues is especially important when working with students and clients who hold marginalized identities. Culturally competent clinical supervision encompasses awareness of systemic oppression in healthcare, attention to supervisor-supervisee dynamics through the lenses of power and privilege, and a critical analysis of the significance of race and culture in mental health practice. This course describes frameworks for multicultural supervision and provides supervisors with tools for maximizing cultural responsiveness.1992OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 Cultural Competence; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Supervision, Cultural Diversity, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, CE Broker #20-1270348; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IA (IBC)/1.0 Racial/ethnic; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services, Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Live Online; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Responsiveness to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) issues is especially important when working with students and clients who hold marginalized identities. Culturally competent clinical supervision encompasses awareness of systemic oppression in healthcare, attention to supervisor-supervisee dynamics through the lenses of power and privilege, and a critical analysis of the significance of race and culture in mental health practice. This course describes frameworks for multicultural supervision and provides supervisors with tools for maximizing cultural responsiveness.
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